Elke Sommer, German actress from Pink Panther films, dies at 85
The German-born performer appeared in numerous Hollywood films during the 1960s and 1970s.
At a glance
- Sommer died at her Los Angeles home
- She was known for 1960s and 1970s Hollywood films
- Her death was confirmed by her stepson to German media
Elke Sommer, a German-born actress known for roles in films including "A Shot in the Dark," "Boy, Did I Get the Wrong Number" and "And Then There Were None," has died at age 85. She passed away at her home in Los Angeles, according to her stepson.
Sommer appeared in numerous Hollywood productions during the 1960s and 1970s, establishing herself as a fixture in the era's cinema.
Why it matters
Sommer was a prominent figure in mid-century Hollywood cinema, appearing in numerous films during a prolific career spanning decades.
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